Teepe Pillar facts for kids
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 Teepe Pillar
Location in Wyoming
Teepe Pillar
Location in the United States
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 12,271 ft (3,740 m) |
| Prominence | 186 ft (57 m) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Grand Teton National Park, Teton County, Wyoming, U.S. |
| Parent range | Teton Range |
| Topo map | USGS Grand Teton |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1930 by Robert Underhill & Kenneth Henderson |
| Easiest route | Technical, class 5.4 to 5.8 |
Teepe Pillar is a tall and impressive mountain peak located in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, United States. It's part of the beautiful Teton Range. Standing at 12,271 feet (3,740 m) (about 3,740 meters) high, it's the seventh tallest peak in the Teton Range. This peak is found just south of the famous Grand Teton mountain.
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About Teepe Pillar
Teepe Pillar is a unique part of the Teton Range. It stands out because it's separated from Grand Teton by a deep dip in the land. This dip, called a col, drops sharply on both its east and west sides.
Where is Teepe Pillar Located?
Teepe Pillar is nestled within Grand Teton National Park. This park is known for its stunning mountain scenery. If you are in Jackson Hole, it's quite hard to see Teepe Pillar. This is because Disappointment Peak often blocks the view. You can usually only see it clearly from the northeast side.
Nearby Features
Just northeast of Teepe Pillar's summit, you'll find the Teepe Glacier. A glacier is a large, slow-moving river of ice. This glacier sits in a bowl-shaped area called a cirque. Cirques are often formed by glaciers carving out the land.
Climbing Teepe Pillar
Climbing Teepe Pillar is considered a challenging adventure. It's not a simple hike. The easiest way to reach the summit is by going through Garnet Canyon. This path leads to a wide, flat area known as the Lower Saddle. The Lower Saddle is a plateau that divides Grand Teton from Middle Teton.
The Climbing Challenge
Even from its easiest side (the west), Teepe Pillar is a very steep climb. It's known as a "technical climb." This means climbers need special gear like ropes and harnesses. They also need specific climbing skills. The climb involves several "pitches," which are sections of climbing between stops.
The difficulty is rated using the Yosemite Decimal System (YDS). Teepe Pillar's routes range from Class 5.4 to 5.8. A Class 5 climb means you need to use your hands and feet. It often requires ropes for safety. The higher the second number, the harder the climb.
